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ENTHUSIASTICALLY
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I. (adverb)
Sense 1
Meaning:
With enthusiasm; in an enthusiastic manner
Example:
they discussed the question enthusiastically
Classified under:
Antonym:
unenthusiastically (without enthusiasm; showing no enthusiasm)
Pertainym:
enthusiastic (having or showing great excitement and interest)
Sense 2
Meaning:
In a lavish or enthusiastic manner
Example:
he extolled her virtues sky-high
Synonyms:
enthusiastically; sky-high
Classified under:
Context examples:
"I'll tell you a family secret," she whispered enthusiastically. "It's about the butler's nose. Do you want to hear about the butler's nose?"
(The Great Gatsby, by F. Scott Fitzgerald)
"You come to supper with me," said the lady enthusiastically. "Both of you."
(The Great Gatsby, by F. Scott Fitzgerald)
"I think it's cute," said Mrs. Wilson enthusiastically. "How much is it?"
(The Great Gatsby, by F. Scott Fitzgerald)
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